If you are often disappointed in the movies you have watched after reading the book , go the other way around. Reading the book after watching the movie is good too. It’s up to you. Whatever your decision, be aware that every movie ever made has been written first, at least as a script, and a vast amount of those scripts are inspired by books. So, if you like movies, you also like books. It’s logical right? Then, read one of those marvelous books already adapted into a movie or that will get a shot on the big screen soon.

A Belleville Public Library card grants you access to a vast selection of e-resources. You can access them from our website, here. Let me introduce you to some of them.

is a never endless source of factual information about a lot of subjects, from science to plants and history to sport. I like the “World Resources” interactive maps which offers the possibility to compare continents, provinces or cities over different factors.

World book also offers an awesome guide on research projects that is totally worth reading. Tons of helpful advice for each step, from choosing a subject to presentation. It will help you evaluate the reliability of your sources and organize your data efficiently.

is the most comprehensive and authoritative source of information on all things Canadian. Well displayed and easy to understand. Lots of good material for homework in there!

I’m a big fan of CPI.Q. It is a huge database of journals, newspapers and magazines articles. With it, you don’t have to find and browse through piles of magazines to find articles on the subject you need. Articles are often valid references for research projects so it is worth a look. You may need a bit of research skills to get what you’re seeking from this one though.

has a great library of eBooks, movies, comic books, music and TV shows. Bonus: as long as you have a library account, you have access to all of those resources without stepping out of the comfort of your house.

have way more eBooks and audiobooks than Hoopla. They also offer material in different languages: English, French, Spanish, Chinese, etc. There is no music in that database though.

Hope you’re thrilled now! Remember that you need a library card number to use those services. Your mom or dad or sister or turtle won’t give you their card number? 😦 Well, it’s still just one trip here to get a card and after that, rain or shine, PJ’s on and slippers, you may have access to FREE great books, FREE movies, FREE magazine articles, FREE good music, FREE factual information, FREE… Well I guess you get the point now.

It takes a lot of shelves for Patterson’s books in a library. He’s writing faster than his shadow! Patterson knows how to get your attention and hook you into his stories. That’s how you get so many faithful readers waiting for your next release, I guess. Sorry I’m rambling. What you really need to know is: James Patterson writes fantastic series for teens:

You may even find these titles on Overdrive and Hoopla, as books and/or audiobooks. You don’t even have to get out of your comfy bed to get them! Awesome, isn’t it?

With hundreds of new titles you can download any available book you wish straight to your device. This is a great way to grab a book if you’re short on time and can’t come down to the library. Don’t worry about late fees, when your eBook is due it automatically expires.

Just visit eBooks and eResources and click on the Overdrive link. Once there simply enter the Belleville Public Library and then your Library card number. You can search by reading levels, collections, or even subjects. Need help getting started? Come in or give us a call at (613)-968-6731 ext #2235.

From Overdrive our eBook collection comes the first ever global eBook club! From October 13th to 28th OverDrive is offering ‘Anatomy of a Misfit’ by Andrea Portes free and without any wait list! All you need is an eReader, tablet, or computer and library card to download your free copy.

Love or popularity? Anika Dragomir has done her best to hide the fact that she’s a freak. In fact, she’s climbed the social ladder to third most popular girl in school. But her romantic interest in former geek Logan McDonough could seriously jeopardize her standing – no matter how hot or mysterious he’s become. What’s a girl to do? Find out in this endearing, though-provoking, funny-yet-tragic young-adult debut novel from Andrea Portes.

Just go to eBooks and eResources and click on the Overdrive link. If you need any help setting up your account please feel free to come in or give us a call at 613-968-6731 ext. 2235.

So why not open up the door to endless eBooks and eResources! For more information on the Big Library Read just go to www.biglibraryread.com.